Build, lead, and scale a high-performing team of Business Development Representatives
Develop and implement BDR processes, playbooks, and best practices for cold and warm-outbound channels
Coach and mentor BDRs on qualification methodology, objection handling, and pipeline generation techniques
Partner with sales leadership to provide feedback on territory assignments, quotas, performance metrics, lead handoff processes
Evangelize a future where anyone can create software in natural language, ensuring your team can articulate this vision compellingly
Collaborate with marketing and operations to optimize lead routing, provide feedback on campaign effectiveness, and improve lead quality & conversion
Analyze team performance data and implement strategies to improve conversion rates and meeting quality
Recruit, hire, and onboard new SDR/BDR team members as the organization scales
Maintain accountability for team quota attainment and individual BDR development
Work closely with Account Executives and AE leaders to ensure smooth handoffs and tight feedback loops
Uphold CRM hygiene and reporting accuracy across the SDR organization
Stay current on industry trends and competitive landscape to inform team strategy
Requirements
5+ years of sales development experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role, preferably some with a technical ICP
Proven track record of building and scaling BDR teams, preferably in a high-growth environment
Strong individual contributor background with deep understanding of both inbound & outbound prospecting, demand gen strategies, and industry best practices
Excellent coaching and mentoring abilities with experience developing junior sales talent
Data-driven approach to performance management and process optimization
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Experience with CRM systems and sales tools (e.g., Hubspot/SFDC, LinkedIn, ZoomInfo, Clay, SmartLead, Outreach, Default, etc)
Ability to recruit, interview, and assess SDR candidates effectively
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly with marketing and sales teams
Passion for technology and ability to quickly learn and teach complex technical concepts
Experience with or strong interest in AI and machine learning is a plus